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Who is the IMF?
Politics
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is an organization made up of 190 countries that helps manage ... Read more
What happens if you don't brush your teeth?
Health
If you don't brush your teeth regularly, you risk developing cavities as bacteria feed on food debri... Read more
Why don't helicopters always take off vertically?
Aviation
Helicopters don’t always take off vertically or straight up for several reasons. Although they are... Read more
Is it bad to eat ice?
Health
Eating ice occasionally is generally harmless, but doing so compulsively (known as pagophagia) can l... Read more
Why is the sky blue?
Science
The sky appears blue because sunlight, which contains all colors, is scattered as it passes through ... Read more
What are Satellite bands?
Space
Satellite bands are frequency ranges used for communication, navigation, and observation by satellit... Read more
Why are my brakes squealing and squeaking?
Automotive
If your brakes are squealing or squeaking, there could be several reasons for the noise. Some causes... Read more
Why the Casio F91W is an Iconic Classic
Technology
The Casio F91W is an iconic watch released in 1989, worn by both terrorists and presidents and stood... Read more
What are Zombie Company's?
Economy
Zombie companies are older failing business that rely on debt to survive but cannot pay off the prin... Read more
Why Are Tunnel Boring Machines Buried and Abandoned After Completing a Tunnel?
Construction
Tunnel Boring Machines (TBMs) are often buried and abandoned at the end of a tunnel project due to p... Read more